Present to Council or Submit a Petition
Delegations
A delegation is a person or group that asks to present information to Council. This may include an update, a request, an issue, or information shared for Council’s awareness.
Petitions
A petition is a formal written request, signed by multiple people, that asks Council to consider a specific action or outcome.
Request to Present to Council
Step 1: Submit your request
Send your request in writing to the Office of the CAO by email at .
Include:
- Your name and contact information.
- The name of your organization, if you are representing a group.
- The topic you want to discuss.
- Any documents that help explain your request.
Step 2: Your request will be reviewed
The CAO and Warden will review your request in accordance with the Delegations and Petitions to Municipal Council Policy and decide the best process for bringing the matter forward. Requests may be declined if they do not meet the requirements of the policy. Submitting a request does not guarantee agenda placement or Council action. You will receive a written response within 10 business days.
Presentations are limited to two per meeting. Exceptions may be approved by the CAO and Warden.
Step 3: Submit your materials
If your presentation is approved, send any slides, handouts, or other materials to the Office of the CAO at least 7 business days before the meeting. If materials are not received by the deadline, the presentation may be moved to the next available meeting.
Step 4: Present at the meeting
Delegations have 15 minutes total to present. Members of Council may ask questions after the presentation.
At the Meeting
When it is your turn, the Chairperson will invite you to the presentation desk.
- Begin by stating your name and organization, if applicable.
- If presenting as a group, choose 1 or 2 spokespersons to share the 15-minute presentation time.
- Members of Council may ask questions after your presentation.
- Please remain at the presenter's table until the Chairperson excuses you.
Submit a Petition
A petition is a formal written request, signed by multiple people, that asks Council to consider a specific action or outcome.
Step 1: Prepare your petition
Your petition must clearly state what Council is being asked to consider.
Include:
- The purpose of the petition and the action or outcome requested from Council.
- The petition start date.
- Lead petitioner contact information, including name, civic address, telephone number, and email address, if available.
- Names and civic addresses of all people who signed the petition.
Step 2: Collect signatures
Each person who signs the petition must provide their name and civic address. This information helps the Municipality review the petition. Personal information that is not required for the public record may be redacted before the petition is included in a public agenda package.
Step 3: Submit your petition
Send your completed petition in writing to the Office of the CAO by email at .
Step 4: Your petition will be reviewed
The CAO and Warden will review the petition in accordance with the Delegations and Petitions to Municipal Council Policy and decide the best process for bringing the matter forward. Petitions may be declined if they do not meet the requirements of the policy. Submitting a petition does not guarantee agenda placement or Council action. You will receive a written response within 10 business days.
Public Record
Information submitted for a delegation request or petition may be included in a public agenda package. Once included, it becomes part of the public record and may be posted on the municipal website.
Personal information that is not required for the public record, such as civic addresses and contact information, may be redacted before publication in accordance with Part XX of Nova Scotia’s Municipal Government Act and other applicable legislation. Committee of the Whole and Regular Council meetings are live-streamed and/or recorded.
Need Help?
For questions about delegations, petitions, meeting dates, or presentation materials, please contact the Municipal Clerk.